Slow Horses Season 5: Release date, cast, and what to expect
Slow Horses , the acclaimed Apple TV+ espionage drama based on Mick Herron's Slough House novels, continues to captivate audiences with its sharp writing, dark humor, and stellar performances. Following the success of Season 4, which premiered in September 2024, fans are eagerly awaiting Season 5. Here's everything confirmed about Slow Horses Season 5. Slow Horses Season 5 Release Date
Apple TV+ has confirmed that Slow Horses Season 5 will premiere on September 24, 2025, with the first episode, followed by one episode weekly until the finale on October 22, 2025. This aligns with the show's pattern of annual releases, as Season 4 debuted in September 2024. The six-episode season will stream exclusively on Apple TV+, maintaining the series' rapid production pace, with five seasons delivered in just over three years. Slow Horses Season 5 Cast
The ensemble cast of Slow Horses remains a highlight, and Season 5 will feature the return of key actors, as confirmed by Apple TV+ and other sources. The following cast members are set to reprise their roles: Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb , the brilliant but abrasive leader of Slough House.
Kristin Scott Thomas as Diana Taverner , MI5's cunning Deputy Director-General.
Jack Lowden as River Cartwright , a skilled agent relegated to Slough House after a career misstep.
Saskia Reeves as Catherine Standish , the team's administrative anchor with a troubled past.
Rosalind Eleazar as Louisa Guy , a capable agent navigating personal challenges.
Christopher Chung as Roddy Ho , the socially awkward tech expert.
Aimee-Ffion Edwards as Shirley Dander , an impulsive but talented agent.
Ruth Bradley as Emma Flyte , a newer MI5 operative introduced in Season 4.
James Callis as Claude Whelan , MI5's head facing internal pressures.
Tom Brooke as J.K. Coe , a reserved agent with a mysterious edge.
Jonathan Pryce as David Cartwright, River's retired MI5 veteran grandfather.
Additionally, Nick Mohammed, known for Ted Lasso , joins the cast as a guest star, though his specific role has not been officially detailed by Apple TV+. Reports suggest he may play a significant political figure, adding a new dynamic to the series. Notably, Kadiff Kirwan will not return as Marcus Longridge due to his character's death in Season 4. No other cast additions have been confirmed by Apple TV+ at this time. What to Expect from Slow Horses Season 5
Slow Horses Season 5 will adapt London Rules, the fifth book in Mick Herron's Slough House series, continuing the show's trend of adapting one novel per season. According to Apple TV+'s official synopsis, 'Everyone is suspicious when resident tech nerd Roddy Ho has a glamorous new girlfriend, but when a series of increasingly bizarre events occur across the city, it falls to the Slow Horses to work out how everything is connected. After all, Lamb knows that in the world of espionage, the London Rules — cover your back — always apply.' This suggests a season filled with espionage, intrigue, and the team's signature chaotic approach to solving complex cases.
The season will explore the Slow Horses' efforts to unravel a web of strange incidents in London, with Roddy Ho's personal life playing a key role in the narrative. The series will maintain its blend of high-stakes action, dark humor, and character-driven drama, with Jackson Lamb's sharp wit and leadership at the forefront. Showrunner Will Smith and author Mick Herron have noted that Season 5 will reflect contemporary British politics, drawing on themes from London Rules about self-inflicted national challenges and the unsung efforts of Slough House's misfits.
Apple TV+ has also confirmed a sixth season, set to adapt Joe Country and parts of Slough House , indicating that Season 5 will lay groundwork for future storylines. The series' fast-paced production and critical acclaim, including a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and Emmy wins, ensure that Season 5 will deliver the intense storytelling fans expect.
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